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S36 MLX

1998 Honda Legend

Purple Petrol 3474cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

49,899 mi
Last recorded49,899 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2017
Typical for 1998 Honda Legend96,835 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS36 MLX
MakeHonda
ModelLegend
Year1998
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,474cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2017 49,899 miles

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Jul 2016 48,882 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 47,661 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2014 44,321 miles

both rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 15 Jul 2013 39,818 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Jul 2012 37,395 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 35,700 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 35,700 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Jul 2010 34,120 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2009 32,958 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 31,762 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 30,315 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2007 30,289 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Jul 2006 28,708 miles

How Reliable is the Honda Legend?

Based on 39,583 MOT tests across 4,365 vehicles.

74.1%
Pass Rate
4,513
Miles/Year
38
Year Lifespan
4,365
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1,657
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 900
position lamp(s) not working 863
brake binding 853
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 783
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S36 MLX is a 1998 Honda Legend in Purple with a 3,474cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1998 Honda Legend models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.6% with a typical mileage of 96,835 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda Legend fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1,657 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S36 MLX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda Legend typically stays on UK roads for around 38 years. At 28 years old, this Honda Legend is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S36 MLX?

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What year was S36 MLX registered?

S36 MLX is a 1998 Honda Legend, first registered on 22 August 1998.

Is S36 MLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S36 MLX shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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